Town of Winchester Board of Selectmen Regular Meeting Agenda
The Board of Selectmen meeting agenda includes reports from the Town Manager and Finance Director, as well as several new business items such as proposed line-item transfers, revenue refunds, updates to the Dock Ordinance, discussion on speed cameras, naming of town-owned properties for veterans, and a request for funding from the Conservation Commission. Additionally, the Board plans to hold an executive session to discuss the sale of town-owned properties and updates on the Wallens Hill project, followed by potential action regarding the property sale.
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The board discussed the creation of a community impact award to honor a late business owner, addressed agenda additions regarding administrative contract negotiations and a fiscal year budget transfer, and reviewed citizen comments concerning the potential honorary renaming of a street. A local business owner was recognized with a plaque for their long-term contributions to the town. Additionally, the meeting covered updates on wayfinding signage, building demolition plans, the implementation of fire department participation standards, the status of a new automated traffic speed enforcement program, and a critical emergency repair necessitated by a generator failure at the water treatment plant.
Jan 5, 2026·Board meeting
Board Of Selectmen Regular Meeting
The meeting commenced with a moment of recognition for two deceased town volunteers, including former Mayor William McCabe, noting his historical role in securing federal funding for public building accessibility ramps. Key agenda items included citizen comments regarding the care and placement of dogs involved in an animal cruelty case, expressing concern over compliance with court agreements. The Town Management Report highlighted the strong start of the Winstead Cares Coordinator pilot program, detailing services provided to clients addressing housing and food needs, and updates on the preparation for the FY2027 budget, including efficiency reviews. The Board of Education's special meeting on budget priorities was mentioned, and the Board of Selectmen was invited to provide input. Other topics included the celebration of three new local business openings, an update on the Deep Recreation Trail Grant submission, the successful completion of the Windows 11 upgrade by the new IT company, and a status update on the speed camera public hearing, noting damage to data collection equipment which delays the submission for an additional camera location. Finally, the board appointed Kevin Burgio to the Wetlands Commission.
Jan 5, 2026·Board meeting
Town Of Winchester Board Of Selectmen - Regular Meeting
The meeting commenced with the Pledge of Allegiance. Key discussions involved a citizen's accusation regarding the mishandling of impounded dogs. The Town Manager reported on the successful launch of the "Winsted Cares" program, the upcoming FY2027 Budget process which is due March 15th, recent completion of an IT computer upgrade, and the submission of an application for the DEEP's Recreational Trails Grant Program. A test unit for speed cameras was damaged while gathering data. Action was taken to approve the membership framework for the Charter Revision Panel, setting guidelines for composition and eligibility. The board also voted to adopt the Automated Traffic Enforcement Safety Devices (ATESD) Ordinance, effective January 20th, 2026, following required public meetings. The Town Attorney was appointed, and approval was granted for a $66,602.10 expenditure from the Police Revolving Fund to purchase a 2026 Ford Police Interceptor. A citizen raised a concern regarding Town Charter restrictions on Charter Revision Panel membership for Town Employees, and an early morning swearing-in of a new police officer was announced.
